electric shock

noun

1. shock ¹( def 6 ).

electric shock

noun

1. the physiological reaction, characterized by pain and muscular spasm, to the passage of an electric current through the body. It can affect the respiratory system and heart rhythm Sometimes shortened toshock

Word History and Origins

Origin of electric shock¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

He told local media he was given electric shocks, chained to a bed and injected with substances.

From BBC

It means medical staff will not attempt chest compressions or defibrillation, where an electric shock is applied to restore normal heart rhythm, if the patient's heart or breathing stops.

From BBC

When the characters grope for a secret passageway, they receive an electric shock.

From Los Angeles Times

“They hit a lot of people who were with us and gave others electric shocks with tasers. They almost tasered me too. That was the worst experience we’ve had here in Mexico.”

From BBC

Those released told UN human rights investigators of being blindfolded, deprived of food, sleep and water, subjected to electric shocks and burnt with cigarettes.

From BBC